1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 314 kg more than 1971 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Thunderbird | 145 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
